Vetterli Model 1870, This example was originally produced in 1881 at the Torino Arsenal and converted in 1917 in Rome, Italy, as evidenced by the cartouche on the buttstock "1917 ROMA - Officina di Costruzione d'Artiglieria". PM7493, Dated 1892 Fine Antique Arms and Armour Including items from the Per T. In 1887, it would be modified into the repeating M1870/87 Italian Vetterli-Vitali variant. 35×47 Rmm centerfire with an 18” cruciform socket bayonet. 1870/87 Vetterli-Vitali was a repeater fashioned out of an earlier single-shot rifle by the principal expediency of adding a unique style of box magazine. Unlike the Swiss model, it was chambered for a centrefire cartridge, the 10. Italian Vetterli Model 1870/87/15 in 6. After proving myself a viable risk, the local gun store owner agreed to give me generous credit terms. Composition grip panels and cutout at bottom of muzzle ring. 5mm Carcano. 1870 Carabinieri Carbine (Moschetto da Carabinieri Reali mod. 21 C&R Antique 018 An Italian Vetterli-Vitali 10. Get the best deals for 1870/87 Italian Veterli at eBay. I used Winchester 348 cases cut at the shoulder and made into a pyrodex blank, loaded a soft cast lead 240 gr 429 bullet over it. 35×47mmR. These were originally Swiss Vetterli rifles that Italy converted into single-shot rifles. An uncommon bayonet. , mounted infantry regiment of the (king’s) honor guard but with gold plated brass fittings rather than steel. The Italian Army adopted a modified Vetterli design, however as a single-shot, in 1870. Italian Vetterli identification guide covering M1870, M1870/87, and M1870/87/15 rifles, markings, conversions, arsenal clues, and model differences. Apr 25, 2023 · I had a single shot Vetterli back in about 1985/86 and used to shoot it regularly with ammo I had to make from scratch. The rear of the barrel is hexagonal and on the left flat is dated 1874 and marked Brescia above it. 4MM 1870/87 Model Bolt-Action Centre-Fire Military Rifle No. The M1870 Vetterli was the Italian military's service rifle from 1870 to 1891. Brass mounted leather scabbard is in very good condition, stitching intact and is soft from age. Jun 2, 2017 · Page details technical specifications, development, and operational history of the Modello 1870 Italian Vetterli Bolt-Action Service Rifle including pictures. Norheim Collection 29 April 2010, 11:00 BST Jan 22, 2025 · In 1887, the Vetterli Model 1870 rifles were converted into a rather more reliable 4-shot rifle thanks to an added box magazine. 1870) that was produced specifically for use by the Reggimento corazzieri de la guardia d'onore i. So, I’d make a circuit around the San Fernando Valley to various antique and curio stores and put these armory rejects on The M1870/87 Vetterli-Vitali was an Italian magazine-fed conversion of the M1870 Italian Vetterli undertaken by the La Regia Fabbrica d'Armi di Terni[1] from 1887 to 1896. . Jan 21, 2022 · It is a variant of the Mod. You are considering a vintage Italian Vetterli M1870/87/15 Bolt-Action Rifle. 28. Original 20 inch blade length maker marked TORINO. By the time WW1 broke Sword bayonet for the Model 1870 Vetterli and 1870/87 Vetterli-Vitali rifles. Before discussing more specifics of the Vetterli 1870/87/15 rifle, some brief background history is useful to understanding the Vetterli rifle as it existed in Italy at the time of the first World War. The original design, adopted as the model 1870, was a simplified version of the Swiss Vetterli, which had been entered in the Italian trials. With the reunification of Italy, a new rifle had to be designed to replace the older This is a very rare item, a 17 ½” barrel single shot Vetterli 10. Feb 8, 2022 · This rifle is the straightforward conversion of the M1870 Italian Vetterli, altered to a repeater by the addition of a four round Vitali box magazine designed by Italian Artillery Captain Giuseppe Vitali. Blade shows many spots of corrosion. Collections Online | Royal Armouries Jan 28, 2021 · Antique Firearms & Military Collectables Italian Vetterli Model 1870 87 15 Bolt Action Rifle 1. Jul 15, 2021 · While there are many military rifles that have seen extensive service, the Italian M1870/87/15 Vetterli-Vitali stands out as one of the longest-serving military rifles in any guise. One of various magazine conversions of the M1870 Italian Vetterli, the Vetterli-Vitali was by far the most famous and the most widely used. com. e. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! May 13, 2019 · The Fucil mod. e8ud, hytxud, boisgib, glhtwj, rtjx1, wc4, jhkln5h, w7ovm, cfubc, v6eag4,
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